News
Tax changes affecting tips come with limits, paperwork hurdles
Recent changes to the federal tax code have drawn attention for creating a new tax break for workers who earn tips. While often described as “no tax on tips,” the provision is more limited and more complicated than that phrase suggests, said Andrew Zumwalt, director of the University of Missouri’s Personal Financial Planning program, in…
Community Living
Charitable organizations can apply for foundation grants
CLAY COUNTY — The trustees of the Harry Arnote Charitable Foundation are now receiving applications for foundation grants to be considered at the annual meeting of the trustees in June 2026.
Multimedia
Gallery | Wrestling state championships
Wrestling state championships Thursday, Feb. 26 and Saturday, Feb. 28 inside Mizzou Arena.
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Entertainment
James Gang Rye Whiskey release party March 7
KANSAS CITY — West Bottoms Whiskey Co., in collaboration with the Friends of the James Farm, will launch James Gang Rye, a bold 100-proof whiskey inspired by the outlaws of the post-Civil War era this Saturday.
Opinion
Burdens can be made light
At 20 years old, life felt carefree. I was working part-time, spending time with friends, and living at home with few financial responsibilities. I didn’t think much about things like car insurance. One rainy night in 1992, my car skidded out of control, leaving me stranded in oncoming traffic. Miraculously, I walked away unharmed. The…